Countryman GPS Premium - Satellite receiver MEGASAT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Countryman GPS Premium MEGASAT

Mechanical component with a 491 mm dimension label, showing black and white parts (no other text or symbols)

Countryman GPS Professional

246 mm 511 mm

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a 638 mm dimension label on a white base (no text or symbols beyond the measurement)

5. Technische Daten

Montageabmessungen Countryman GPS Premium

Hand pressing down on a surface, no text or symbols visible

Simple circular diagram with a label '3.' in the top-left corner, no text or symbols inside the shape.

Circular diagram with internal vertical lines and a numbered circle (4.) in the top-left corner, no text or symbols present.

Hand holding a small object against a plain background, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a hand holding a tool near a circular metal frame, no visible text or symbols

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6. Montageanleitung

Close-up of a curved metallic object with a black border and small holes, labeled with number 9 (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Close-up of a hand holding a circular object with a black border, marked with number 10 in the corner (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Close-up of a transparent dome-shaped object with a black outline and circular marker labeled '11.' (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Circular metallic object with six holes and a small protrusion, labeled '12.' in the top-left corner (no other text or symbols)

Close-up of a mechanical component with a numbered circle marker (14) and no visible text or symbols on the main structure.

Close-up of a hand using a tool to cut or adjust a curved mechanical component, no visible text or symbols.

Black cable with a connector and small square component, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical or electrical connector with wires and connectors, no visible text or symbols

Two white electrical connectors mounted on a wall, one with a U-shaped opening and the other with a rectangular housing (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a mechanical clamp or tool with a metallic component inserted, labeled '18.' in the corner (no other text or symbols visible)

Close-up of a hand holding a U-shaped metal object with wires, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a mechanical component with a black cap and black base, labeled with number 20 (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Close-up of a hand pressing a white substance onto a black circular object, with number 21 circled in the top-left corner (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Close-up of a white substance being piped with a tool, placed on a dark surface (no text or symbols visible)

Close-up of a piping bag applying white cream onto a black surface, with a numbered label '23.' in the corner (no other text or symbols)

Close-up of a hand pressing a white cylindrical object into a black mold, with number 24.25 in the corner (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Close-up of a white plastic electrical plug with a circular inset showing a circle (no text or symbols visible)

Close-up of a white plastic electrical plug with black wires, lying on a plain surface (no text or symbols visible)

Coiled black cable with two wires extending outward (no text or symbols visible)

Close-up of a white industrial air conditioner unit with black cables and a circular dial (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white industrial control dial with 'HOME' label and electrical socket nearby (no readable text or symbols)

Safety information....03

Short description....03

Proper use and operation 03

Delivery....04

Name of parts....05

2. Operating Instruction

Connection Diagram 06

Functional Description 07

Quick Reference 09

3. Program update

Connection Diagram for updating....10

4. Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting 11

5. Specifications

Specifications....12

Dimensions....13

Mounting dimensions....14

6. Mounting instruction....16

1. Introduction

Safety information

Caution – Improper handling by unqualified personnel can cause serious damage to this equipment. Unqualified personnel who tamper with this equipment may be held liable for any resultant damage to the equipment.

Note – Before you begin, carefully read each of the procedures in this manual. If you have not performed similar operations on comparable equipment, do not attempt to perform these procedures.

Short description

These instructions describe the functions and operation of the Countryman GPS auto skew satellite system. Correct and safe operation of the system can only be ensured by following these instructions. Your Countryman GPS is an intelligent satellite TV reception antenna system which can align itself towards a preset satellite automatically as long as the system is located within the footprint of this satellite. The Countryman GPS only occupies requisite space while it performs the necessary adjustments with the slim and agile antenna body. For general operation, please ensure that the system always has a clear view to the sky. If the satellite's signal beam is interrupted by obstacles such as mountains, buildings or trees, the unit will not function and no TV signal will be received The first few pages of these instructions contain information about using the general functions of your Countryman GPS, followed by an explanation of all the adjustment options. The last pages of the instructions cover various technical aspects of the Countryman GPS.

Proper use and operation

This product has been designed for portable use and fixed installation on vehicles with maximum speeds of 130 km/h. It is designed to automatically aim an antenna at geostationary television satellites. The power to the system is supplied by a standard vehicle electrical system with a rated voltage of 12 or 24 Volts DC. For installations where a main connection is provided, a suitable 230 Volt AC to 12 DC Volt power adaptor must be used. Use of the equipment for any other purpose to the one specified is not permitted.

1. Introduction

Delivery

• Countryman GPS Premium/Professional
- Controller incl. bracket
- Car cable
• 12 m coaxial cable for controller (black)
• 12 m coaxial cable for set-top box (grey)

• Mounting plate
• Cable holder
• Cable gland
• Screw set
• User manual

Name of parts

ON / OFF switch HOME Position LED GPS LED HOME button User2 HOME GPS Turksat Astra2 Astra3 Satellite LED User1 Gpset 4 Eurisat Hispsat OK Satellite select button OK button MEGISAT Thor Astra4 HotBird Port to Countryman GPS Power supply USB port for F/W upgrade

1. Introduction

Name of parts

LNB Skew pivot: -60° ~ +60° Elevation: 5° ~ 90° reinforcement against high wind load Main body: 360° turning to controller to set-top box Base

2. Operating instruction

Connection Diagram

Controller cable color black Receiver cable color grey car cable plus pole (+) Minus pole (-) Ignition set-top box Television

Use the black color 5C Power cable to connect between the controller and antenna. The controller cable looks similar to the antenna receiver cable but you can distinguish them by the color and labeling.

2. Operating instruction

Functional Description

A Power On

Function Description Operation
ON OFF	"Power" Switch When the all cable connections are completed, switch on with the "Power Switch" button on the top of the controller.
	"Home Status" light Stand By "ON"	If the antenna was at home position, "Home status" light will be solid on to show it is ready to use.
	"Home Status" light Flashing↓Turning into "ON"	If the antenna was not in the home position, "Home status" light will flash, and the antenna will return to the home position within a maximum 2 minutes. Then will be solid on.

The "Home position" means antenna completely folded down to the body part which is the basic position for functioning.

B Selecting the satellite

Funktion Description Operation
	“Satellite CCW / CW button” Light“OK” button	Once antenna and controller are connected, you can select & change the satellite as you desire.
		Select the preferring satellite using the “CCW / CW” buttons, then press the “OK” button to accept the setting.
		If you select the wrong satellite, you can re-search target satellite using the “CCW / CW” button, then press the “OK” button to accept the new setting.

C Satellit suchen

Funktion Description Operation
	“Satellite” light	After the satellite selection, “Home Status” light will go off and the LED light of the selected satellite will start flashing.
		Once selected satellite has been found, the LED light of the satellite will become solid.

2. Operating instruction

D Change satellite

Funktion Description Operation
	"Satellite CCW / CW button" Light ↓ "OK" button	if you want to change desired satellite, you can change the target satellite using the "CCW / CW" buttons, then press the "OK" button to select the new satellite.

E Back to „Home Position“

Funktion Description Operation
	“HOME” button	Whenever you wish to return the antenna back to the Home position, press and hold the “Home” button for a few seconds.

F GPS LED display

Funktion Description	Operation
	„GPS“ LED	When your Countryman GPS identifies a GPS signal, GPS LED light will remain on, regardless if the antenna is pausing or moving. GPS can help to search for the satellite faster & catch the optimum satellite signal, and assist Countryman GPS Premium to achieve the best elevation & skew angle.
		Also, while program updating, the GPS LED light will flash to show the update procedure is processing. During this time, GPS LED light on doesn’t mean the unit is communicating with GPS satellite.

Warning!

When starting the motor, the antenna will automatically moves to the park position. To ensure this please don't turn off the controller!

2. Operating instruction

Quick Start

	Description
Settings & Connecting	1. Take out the antenna from carrying case, and place it on the flat ground (or mount it on the top of the camper) facing South & no obstacle.2. Connect the left port of the antenna, which located at the rear of the main unit, to the controller using controller cable.a) One end of the controller cable connect to „controller“ port of the main unit of the antenna.b) The other end of the controller cable connect to the port of the controller.3. Connect the power cable to controller.a) If you use the power source from a car or caravan etc, use the cigarette lighter adaptor to connect the power to controller.b) Otherwise use a suitable 12 Volt DC adaptor to connect the power to controlle.4. Connect between the right port of the antenna, which located at the rear of the main unit, to the receiver using receiver cable..
Operation (Search satellites)	1. Switch on with the “Power switch” button on the top of the controller.2. Upon power on, all LED will flash twice.3. Wait until “HOME Status” light & one “Satellite LED” light, which you set previously or the first satellite in the controller (Turksat), remain solid on.4. Select the desired satellite using the “CCW / CW” buttons, then press the “OK” button to select.5. IF the satellite LED light starts flashing, please wait for a while until it turns to keep the LED on steadily.6. When the satellite LED light stays on, the selceted satellite has been located and a signal can be seen on the satellite TV.

When you move the car, the flat dish of the antenna must be at the Home position.

3. Program update

Connection diagram

MEGASAT User1 User2 HOME GDS USB USB Astra4 Hotbird Astra1 DSS Mini USB (A Typ) "USB port only for firmware updates" Notebook / PC

Simply connect the Controller to PC using USB cable. USB cable is not included in the package.

Note:

For frimware and satellite updates, please visit our homepage: www.megasat.tv

4. Troubleshooting

There are a number of common issues that can affect the signal reception quality or the operation of the Countryman GPS. The following sections address these issues and potential solutions.

A. No function when you power on the Controller

1. Check again all the cable connections have been made correctly..

2. Connection between the power and controller

3. Connection between the controller and the antenna. Make sure that the left port of the antenna should be connected to the controller.

4. Check if the cigarette lighter adaptor or adaptor has been damaged.

B. Fail to search the selected satellite

1. Satellite signals can be blocked or degraded by buildings, trees. Make sure there are no obstructions in a southward direction.
2. Check your program of Controller often, and get the latest updates.

C. Mechanical problems

1. If the antenna does not move into desired position.

- Try to power OFF/ON again.

1. If the antenna makes a noise whilst remaining static.

- Try to power OFF/ON again. If problem persists, please contact your local distributor for assistance.

D. Other issues

1. If the system has been improperly wired, it will not operate properly. Contact your local distributor for assistance of cable damage.

5. Specifications

Specifications

Product Countryman GPS Premium Countryman GPS Professional
Weight 13,5 kg 16,5 kg
Work Condition Stationary Stationary
Antenna Gain 33.7 dBi @ 12.7GHz 36.1 dBi @ 12.7GHz
Min EIRP 50 dBW 47 dBW
Polarization Linear (Horizontal / Vertical) Linear (Horizontal / Vertical)
LNB Output	1 output	1 output
LNB Input Frequency	10.7 ~ 12.75 GHz	10.7 ~ 12.75 GHz
LNB Output Frequency	950 ~ 2,150 MHz	950 ~ 2,150 MHz
Angle Range	5° ~ 90° / 360° / -60° ~ +60°	55° ~ 90° / 360° / -60° ~ +60°
Satellite Searching Time	ca. 1-2 min.	ca. 1-2 min.
Power Requirement	DC 12~24V	DC 12~24V
Power Consumption	max. 75 W (in searching) max. 75 Watt (in searching)
Operating Temperature	-20°C ~ +60°C	-20°C ~ +60°C

Declaration of Conformity

Note:

Weight and dimensions are not absolutely exact values.

Technical details can be changed at any time (according to manufacturer) without prior notice.

Declaration of Conformity

This complies with the following directives / standards is confirmed:

Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC

EN 55013: 2001 + A1: 2003 + A2: 2006

EN 55020: 2007

EN 61000-3-2:2006 + A1:2009 + A2:2009

EN 61000-3-3:2008

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EG

EN 60065: 2002 + A1: 2006 + A11: 2008

5. Specifications

Dimensions

Countryman GPS Premium

222 mm 511 mm

Mechanical component with a 491 mm dimension label, showing black and white parts (no other text or symbols)

Countryman GPS Professional

246 mm 511 mm

Mechanical assembly diagram showing a 638 mm dimension label on a white base (no text or symbols beyond the measurement)

5. Specifications

Mounting Dimensions Countryman GPS Premium

direction of travel pivot point Max. radius of 38 cm 51,5 cm 41 cm 44 cm 51,5 cm

5. Specifications

Mounting Dimensions Countryman GPS Professional

direction of travel Max. radius of 50 cm pivot point 51,5 cm 41 cm 44 cm 66,5 cm

6. Mounting instruction

Hand pressing down on a surface, no text or symbols visible

Clean the surface with cleaner. Locate mounting plate in the center of car roof.

Simple circular diagram with a label '3.' in the top-left corner, no text or symbols inside the shape.

Attach friction tape outside of the mounting plate by 4mm away from plate edges.

Circular diagram with internal vertical lines and a numbered circle (4.) in the top-left corner, no text or symbols present.

Apply silicone within the guided tape line but leave 2cm gap from the line.

Hand holding a small object against a plain background, no visible text or symbols

Put back the mounting plate on the silicone applied and make 6holes (2mm).

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Apply silicone on the holes.

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Assemble bolts Re-apply silicone to cover bolts assembled

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6. Mounting instruction

Close-up of a curved metallic object with a black border and small holes, labeled with number 9 (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Apply silicone around mounting plate.

Close-up of a hand holding a circular object with a black border, marked with number 10 in the corner (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Tidy the area silicone applied.

Close-up of a transparent dome-shaped object with a black outline and circular marker labeled '11.' (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Remove friction tape and get dry. The image you will see. Place main unit on the top of fixed plate.

Circular object with small holes and a small protrusion, labeled '12.' in the top-left corner (no other text or symbols)

u will see. Place main unit on the top of fixed plate.

Hand using a wrench to adjust or install a component on a white surface, no visible text or symbols

Attach the antenna to the mounting plate

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Insert cables like picture.

Black cable with attached plug and connector, plus a small square component (no text or symbols visible)

Equipment to initiate Cable holder installation

6. Mounting instruction

Two white electrical connectors mounted on a wall, one with a U-shaped opening and the other with a rectangular housing (no visible text or symbols)

Arrange cable holder in front of (30cm apart from) antenna center by facing open side of cable holder toward projected part of the mounting plate. Then attach friction tape

outside of cable holder

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Make 15mm drill hole in the center of the tape marking.

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lace cable holder in the tape marked and make 3 of 2mm drill holes.

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Fix cable holder on the car roof with 3 of M4x20.

Close-up of a hand holding a U-shaped metal object with wires, no visible text or symbols

Insert Receiver & 5c Power cable through the hole.

Close-up of a hand applying white cream to a small white object on a black curved surface, with number 21 circled in the top-left corner (no text or symbols on the object itself)

Apply silicone around and on the top of screws.

Close-up of a hand applying white cream to a small white object, with a numbered label '23.' in the corner (no other text or symbols)

Apply silicone around and on the top of screws.

6. Mounting instruction

24.25.

Tidy silicon.

Close-up of a white plastic electrical plug with a circular inset showing a circle (no text or symbols visible)

Remove friction tape.

Close-up of a white plastic electrical plug with black wires, lying on a plain surface (no text or symbols visible)

Connection battery

Coiled black cable with two wires extending outward (no text or symbols visible)

Power Input Cable Check Car Battery Polarities (+/-)

and Ignition Terminal

Close-up of a white industrial air conditioner unit with circular dial and black wires (no visible text or symbols)

Use Power Input Cable and 5c Power cable to connect to Controller

Close-up of a white industrial control dial with GPS and timer, next to a small electrical socket (no visible text or symbols)

Place the Controller at where you want

Status: v1.1 August 2014 // Technical changes, misprints and errors reserved.

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